September 22, 2023 On September 14, 2023, the Prime Minister announced that the government will introduce legislation to enhance the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Rental Rebate on new purpose-built rental housing, to incentivize construction of much-needed rental homes for Canadians. To build more rental housing, the removal of GST will apply to new purpose-built…
September 22, 2023 FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and smart charging solutions provider, announced its first sale of the all-new, FLO Ultra fast charger to Green Mountain Power (GMP) in Vermont. Manufactured with a revolutionary flexible design, FLO Ultra provides drivers with a convenient, intuitive, and lightning-fast charging experience. These first chargers, which…
September 22, 2023 Eddy Group have officially opened their Charlottetown branch, the company celebrated the grand opening on September 21st with a customer appreciation event. Eddy Group has also launched a new e-commerce site. Eddy Charlottetown Source
September 22, 2023 ECABC annouced via LinkedIn that they will be inducting Dan Mott or Mott Electric into the ECABC Hall of Fame at their upcoming AGM. “We are pleased to announced that Dan Mott, President of Mott Electric, will be inducted into the ECABC Hall of Fame at this year’s AGM and Conference on October…
September 22, 2023 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has been in ongoing negotiations with our Society of United Professional (SUP) Employee representatives since June. As of September 20th, SUP Employees have commenced strike action. “While both parties have worked hard in the negotiations, unfortunately, we have not been able to reach an agreement,” said ESA…
September 22, 2023 The federal government is investing in job-creating clean energy projects across the country and working with Indigenous partners to get projects built. Alberta’s immense potential for clean energy development, combined with the expertise of workers and the ambitious planning of Indigenous and community partners, is creating great economic opportunities in the province. The annoucementprovides…
September 22, 2023 The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has announced a milestone of $33 million in funding towards a new state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex. The Trades and Technology Complex will increase access for students pursuing a trades and technology education and career, which will help the Province of BC meet the demand for…
September 22, 2023 Southwire Company, LLC, and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced a definitive agreement for the sale by Resideo to Southwire of its Genesis Wire & Cable business, a leading low-voltage wire and cable manufacturer based in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. The transaction is anticipated to close in the next 30 days, subject to customary closing…
September 22, 2023 FLO is working with industry leading companies, WiTricity and Hubject, to test and advance both wireless charging and Plug & Charge technology. FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and a smart charging solutions provider, is advancing the future of EV charging with new collaborations aimed at providing the best…
September 22, 2023 Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a $229,356 investment to Hypercharge to install 48 Level 2 EV chargers in 11 parking lots across Southern Ontario. Additional funding was provided by Hypercharge, bringing the total project value to $458,712. All chargers, which will be available by December 2024, are helping Canadians confidently and easily get to where they need to…
September 22, 2023 LinkedIn post by Southwire Canada, September 12: At Southwire Canada, we believe in making a difference and giving back to our community. On August 17, 2023, we had the privilege of partnering with Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) and Giving Back Canada to provide back-to-school supplies to the youth at Peel Youth…
September 20, 2023 Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), in partnership with the Government of Alberta, is launching a series of resources to address current and future workforce requirements to help ensure the integrity of Alberta’s power grid – now and for future generations. Alberta’s Electricity Sector – An Essential and Growing Workforce for Reliable Power…
September 15, 2023 The Government of Canada is providing nearly $150 million in fully repayable low-interest loans through the Rental Construction Financing Initiative (RCFi) to build more than 364 purpose-built rental homes across three developments in Vancouver. The announcement took place at Evolve, located near the University of British Columbia (UBC) at 3518 Wesbrook Mall. This follows the Honourable Sean Fraser’s, Minister of Housing,…
September 15, 2023 The Federal Government in partnership with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, announced an investment of $5.2 million, as well as $10 million in loans for four projects that will reduce emissions and increase the sustainability of buildings in Ontario. The City of Guelph receives $15 million ($5 million in grants and $10 million in loans) for Guelph’s Greener Homes initiative — a residential home…
September 15, 2023 The Electricity Sector Awards of Excellence is a unique, national event designed to highlight and honour exceptional leadership, innovative HR programming, and workplace champions. It is attended by employers, labour, education, and government representatives working with, and within, the sector. The goal is to connect, convene, and inspire innovation within the industry…
September 15, 2023 The Ontario government is launching the new Peak Perks program to help families save money by conserving energy, as part of the government’s $342 million expansion of Ontario’s energy-efficiency programs that will reduce demands on the provincial grid. The government is also launching three new and enhanced programs for businesses, municipalities, and…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
